Maytag recalls dishwashers with specific serial numbers due to fire risk from heating element electrical failure. Consumers must stop using immediately and contact Maytag for repair or rebate options.
An electrical failure in the dishwasher's heating element can pose a serious fire hazard.
Maytag is recalling certain dishwashers that could cause fire due to an electrical failure in the heating element. This recall affects owners of specific models with serial numbers starting or ending with listed sequences. Immediate action is needed to prevent fire risk.
The heating element in the dishwasher can fail electrically, leading to a fire hazard. This risk occurs during normal use when the dishwasher is operating, potentially causing serious injury or property damage.
Maytag, Amana, Jenn-Air, Admiral, Magic Chef, Performa by Maytag, and Crosley brand dishwasher owners with plastic tubs and specific serial numbers are affected. Those who have dishwashers with the listed serial number patterns are at highest risk.
Check the front of the dishwasher for the brand name. Look for a label inside the plastic tub near the left side of the door for model and serial numbers. Serial numbers start or end with specific sequences listed in the recall notice.
Immediately stop using the recalled dishwashers to prevent fire risk.
Shut off the circuit breaker or fuse controlling the dishwasher's power to eliminate electrical risk.
Inform all users about the fire risk and contact Maytag to confirm if your dishwasher is included in the recall.
If eligible, schedule a free in-home repair or receive a rebate for new Maytag stainless-steel tub dishwashers (up to $250).
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dishwashers, disconnect the electric supply by shutting off the fuse or circuit breaker controlling it, inform all users of the dishwasher about the risk of fire and contact Maytag to verify if their dishwasher is included in the recall. If the dishwasher is included in the recall, consumers can either schedule a free in-home repair or receive a rebate following the purchase of certain new Maytag brand stainless-steel tub dishwashers. The rebate is $150 if the consumer purchases new dishwasher models MDB7759, MDB7609 or MDBH979; or $250 if the consumer purchases new dishwasher models MDB8959, MDB8859, MDB7809 or MDB7709. Consumers should not return the recalled dishwashers to the retailer where purchased as retailers are not prepared to take the units back
Maytag, Amana, Jenn-Air, Admiral, Magic Chef, Performa by Maytag, and Crosley dishwashers with plastic tubs and specific serial numbers starting or ending with listed sequences.
Check the brand name on the front of the dishwasher and look for model and serial numbers inside the plastic tub near the left side of the door. Serial numbers start or end with specific sequences listed in the recall notice.
Stop using it immediately, disconnect the electric supply by shutting off the circuit breaker, contact Maytag to verify inclusion, and then schedule a repair or get a rebate for new dishwashers.
Yes, up to $250 for new Maytag stainless-steel tub dishwashers with models MDB8959, MDB8859, MDB7809, or MDB7709.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Maytag to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 250 — Maytag Dishwashers Hello, I own a Dishwashers that is covered by recall 250 from Maytag. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dishwashers, disconnect the electric supply by shutting off the fuse or circuit breaker controlling it, inform all users of the dishwasher about the risk of fire and contact Maytag to verify if their dishwasher is included in the recall. If the dishwasher is included in the recall, consumers can either schedule a free in-home repair or receive a rebate following the purchase of certain new Maytag brand stainless-steel tub dishwashers. The rebate is $150 if the consumer purchases new dishwasher models MDB7759, MDB7609 or MDBH979; or $250 if the consumer purchases new dishwasher models MDB8959, MDB8859, MDB7809 or MDB7709. Consumers should not return the recalled dishwashers to the retailer where purchased as retailers are not prepared to take the units back I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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